Immunity

Judge Dismisses Gabby Petito’s Family Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Moab Police, Citing Governmental Immunity

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Moab, Utah – A judge in Utah has dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Gabby Petito against the city’s police department. The suit claimed that the officers failed to protect Petito during a traffic stop involving her and her fiancé, who was later accused of her murder. The decision was reached by the Seventh District Court Judge Don Torgerson, who cited immunity laws that shield government agencies from such lawsuits. Despite this ruling, Petito’s family expressed their intentions to appeal the dismissal, emphasizing persistent concerns about how law enforcement handles domestic … Read more

Decision Pending on Trump’s Immunity in Hush Money Case as Prosecutors Deliberate Next Steps

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New York — As deliberations continue, prosecutors have yet to decide whether former President Donald Trump will be granted immunity in connection with payments made during his 2016 campaign to silence claims of an extramarital affair, a legal maze that has captured national attention. The Manhattan district attorney’s office is meticulously analyzing the intricacies of the case, determining the potential charges that could be leveled against Trump in what has been described as a historical legal showdown. These allegations stem from Trump’s supposed involvement in hush-money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former … Read more

New York Judge to Rule on Nullifying Trump’s Conviction After Supreme Court Immunity Decision

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NEW YORK — A decisive court session is set for Tuesday when a New York judge will consider whether former President Donald Trump’s conviction on hush money payments should be overturned. This judicial re-evaluation follows recent Supreme Court rulings on presidential immunity. The deliberations fall to Judge Juan Merchan, who will decide whether to declare a mistrial or dismiss the charges outright. Trump’s re-election has thrust his former presidency back into the spotlight, accentuating the legal drama surrounding his actions during his initial term in office. Trump faced judgment in May, found guilty on 34 … Read more

Trump Secures Judicial Delay on Immunity Argument in January 6 Case

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Washington — At the request of Donald Trump, a judge has agreed to postpone the deadline for a key legal filing concerning the former president’s claim of immunity from prosecution related to actions he took while in office, specifically dealing with the events of January 6, 2021. This delay could potentially impact the timeline of the larger criminal case against Trump, which pertains to his alleged attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Trump, through his legal team, had solicited the delay to prepare a more comprehensive argument that his presidential actions should … Read more